Validation of a Multi-gene Test for Lung Cancer Risk
Lung CancerThe purpose of this study is to determine the validity of a multi-gene Lung Cancer Risk Test (LCRT). In the process, the investigators will establish a bank of NBEC samples and corresponding blood samples from individuals demographically at increased risk for lung cancer.
Establishment and Characterization of Patient-Derived Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Xenografts and...
Non Small Cell Lung CancerXenografts and cell cultures provide sufficient material for analyses at the protein, RNA and DNA level. Patient derived NSCLC xenografts and cell lines are available but none however are Asian in origin. Given the emerging evidence to suggest inter-ethnic differences in NSCLC biology, new models of preclinical drug evaluation should be designed and validated using Asian tumors. Furthermore, such models will allow studies of biological mechanisms of sensitivity and/or resistance and also the study of dynamic regulations under standardized conditions in the Asian context.
Gene Mutations in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Cells
CarcinomaNon-Small-Cell LungTo compare the frequency of individual genetic abnormality between tumor cells and blood specimens.
Prognostic Role of Primary Non Small Cell Lung Carcinoma Standardized F18-FDG Uptake Values (SUV...
Non Small Cell Lung CarcinomaThe primary aim of this non interventional study is to assess the independent prognostic role on overall survival of primary tumour 18F-FDG uptake value (SUVmax) measured on 18fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (18F-FDG-PET) in patients with non-metastatic non-small cell lung cancers treated with curative intent, taking into account the other conventional prognostic factors (performance status, age, sex, disease stage).
Mutations in the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor(EGFR) Gene in Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma (NSCLC)...
Non-Small Cell Lung CancerRecently it has been suggested that specific mutations in the EGFR gene in lung cancer patients is associated with response to a novel drug targeting the EGF system. Recent research also indicates that there is a possible association to the degree of aggressiveness of the disease. The importance of these mutations is controversial, because the data are based on small studies with highly selected patients. In this project the investigators want to study the types and frequencies of EGFR mutations in both untreated and treated patients in a systematic manner and relate this to survival. The thorough registration of patient data in DK enables us to create a strong The investigators expect this knowledge to be of greatest importance for future rational use of drugs targeting the EGF receptors.
Sleep Disturbance in Lung Cancer Patients.
Lung CancerThe aim of this study is to 1-evaluate subjectively by questionnaires and objectively by ambulatory actigraphy the quality of sleep in patients with newly diagnosed lung cancer; 2- to correlate sleep quality index with quality of life, daytime alertness, Performans status and lung cancer staging at diagnosis.
SERPIN D1 and Its Role in Lung Cancer Invasion and Metastasis
Non-Small Cell Lung CancerTo evaluate the correlation between SERPIN D1 expression in clinical specimen (including surgical specimen and blood sample) and lung cancer metastasis.
An Analysis of Treatment Timelines for Lung Cancer Patients Across System Evolutions
Lung CancerThis study is a single center, minimal risk, physician initiated retrospective chart review. An analysis of treatment timelines for patients diagnosed with lung cancer within the St. Elizabeth system from January 2013 until study completion. The study investigator and designee(s) will review patient electronic medical records, extracting data related to the symptom presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of new diagnoses of lung cancer. Collected data will focus on dates of encounters, diagnostic imaging/procedures, and treatments, with data analysis evaluating time between care encounters and potential delays in care. The data will be further stratified based on system-wide changes implemented to improve efficiency, patient outcomes, and patient experience.
A Prospective Cohort of Pulmonary Ground Glass Nodules Patients With Family History.
Lung NeoplasmsFamily ResearchThe aim of the present prospective cohort study (GGN-F) is to study the family aggregation of pulmonary ground glass nodules via the questionnaire survey and to investigate the underlying genetic mechanism via the biobank.
Symptom Collection of Lung Cancer Patients
Lung CancerThis study is conducted to collect the symptoms of lung cancer patients and to observe the relationship with proteomics.